Direct Care Worker Brad Crosier (above left) led the initiative to decorate a tree as part of Adrian’s 11th Annual Comstock Christmas Riverwalk. This year the park boasted a display of over 500 Christmas trees decorated by families, individuals, and local businesses....
A Spooky Time at St. Louis Center’s Trunk or Treat
It was an unforgettable night that truly captured the Halloween spirit! A Trunkful of Treats This year’s Trunk or Treat at St. Louis Center was a spooky success! On October 23rd, the Center opened its doors to families in the community for a night full of treats,...
Preparing Leaders for Aktion
AktionCon 2024 On October 11-12th nine St. Louis Center residents attended the Michigan Aktion Club Conference at Camp Storer in Jackson. Aktion Club is a service club sponsored by Kiwanis for individuals with disabilities. The mission is to provide adults living with...
9-11 A Heroes’ Tribute
A Day of Remembrance This September 11th at St. Louis Center, the residents paid tribute to ten individuals who set aside their own safety to help others. Residents in the Skill-Building Program at St. Louis Center went to the gym for the multimedia presentation....
Snapshots of Summer
In summer, the days move lazily along. It is a season of freedom, where each day invites adventure and fun. This past summer, St. Louis Center residents enjoyed just that. The staff worked together to create a calendar of events to keep the residents busy, moving, and...
Residents Learn Cooking Skills
Photo by RDNE Stock project: pexels.com/photo/person-holding-nacos-8523495/ On August 1st, twenty residents in the Independent Living Program at St. Louis Center participated in a cooking class offered by Janelle Kantola of Michigan State University Extension, a...
Garden Growth: A Journey of Transformation
From a single spark of generosity and vision, a vibrant garden has blossomed, transforming not just a space, but the lives of those who tend to it here at St. Louis Center The Seed… Because of the generous funding awards from the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor...
Donuts and Discussions at Soaring Arts Studios
A Dough-lightful Event On Tuesday, July 9th, six of our residents traveled down to Napoleon, Ohio to check out Soaring Arts Studio for their Donuts and Discussion event! Accompanied by Haylie Moran, Michelle Tyler, and their very own pottery teacher, Eli Zemper, the...
Mike Celebrates 60 Years!
A Joyous Celebration! One of life's great joys is spending time and celebrating with loved ones. On Sunday, June 9th, Mike Ashworth was surprised and delighted by a very special visit from his mother Barbara and their dear friend Cindy Samoray. It was Mike’s 60th...
Latino Culture Feeds the Senses
St. Louis Center residents, staff, and community gather for a Latino dinner and Mariachi entertainment on June 5, 2024 Through grants funded by the Chelsea Community Foundation and St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, St. Louis Center has launched new projects to bring cultural...
Residents Shine at Special Olympics
After months of practice, 17 St. Louis Center residents headed off to Mt. Pleasant for the Special Olympics Michigan Summer Games on May 30th. Each year, the 3-day event is held at Central Michigan University. Athletes from all across the state gather to compete and...
Glowing into the Night
Some events come and go quietly, while others become beloved traditions. The Glow Party at St. Louis Center is one such event. Started by Robin Smith last year as a small gathering, it exceeded expectations and left everyone wanting more. This year, the Center staff,...